August 31, 2010

Sourdough Bread

Some people may think I have weird items on my bucket list, but one of them was to make my own sourdough bread from an actual sourdough starter. I had tried to make my own sourdough starter twice. It didn't quite turn out very well. I got a starter from my friend's mom, and brought it back across the United States in a cooler. I made it one day, and totally loved it! I had to play with the temperature some, I think due to altitude, so some of my first batches were a little dry, but I think I got it worked out. It's so exciting to knock stuff off of my bucket list! I have to admit there are a few things on my bucket list that have to do with cooking...

I think it would be great to make your own starter, and give as a gift. Make something from the starter (i.e. bread, muffins), include the starter, directions and recipes. I would love a gift like that! A gift that keeps on giving!

My name is Holly and I'm blogging the creative part of my life; my projects, what we eat for dinner, or new goodies that I find and love! This blog is basically evidence of why my husband and I have a 'few' pounds to lose....I love to cook, create, and consume (food and shopping). Join me as I experiment, review, share, and discuss anything and everything that has to do with my three favorite C's: Cooking, Creating, and Consuming. Enjoy!